MedicalTerminology DB

1 Definition of euthanasia

Meaning of euthanasia: An easy or painless death, or the intentional ending of the life of a person suffering from an incurable or painful disease at his or her request.

An easy or painless death, or the intentional ending of the life of a person suffering from an incurable or painful disease at his or her request. Also called mercy killing.

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